Homonym: Pontoon (Boat)
Pontoon is a popular card game typically played with 2 to 10 players. The objective is to have a hand value as close to 21 as possible without exceeding it. Players are dealt two cards, and they can choose to draw additional cards to improve their hand. The game is similar to Blackjack, but it has its own unique rules and strategies.
In Pontoon, face cards are worth 10 points, and aces can be worth either 1 or 11 points, depending on what benefits the player most. A "Pontoon" is a hand consisting of an ace and a ten-value card, which is the best possible hand. Players compete against each other rather than against a dealer, making it a social and engaging game.